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Prairie Creek at Washington Loop Bridge - Primitive Launch - Very Small Boats Only vs Hathaway Park Public Boat Ramp
Side-by-side comparison of two boat ramps in Charlotte County, Florida.
These ramps are about 1.1 miles apart.
Prairie Creek at Washington Loop Bridge - Primitive Launch - Very Small Boats Only
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Hathaway Park Public Boat Ramp
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Type
Stand Alone Ramp
Stand Alone Ramp
Hours
Unknown
24 Hours
Fees
No
Yes
Launch Lanes
1
1
Water Type
Freshwater
Freshwater
Water Body
Prairie Creek
Shell Creek
Trailer Parking
2 spaces
14 spaces
Restrooms
Yes
Yes
Accessible
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Which ramp should you choose?
Both Prairie Creek at Washington Loop Bridge - Primitive Launch - Very Small Boats Only and Hathaway Park Public Boat Ramp provide public access in Charlotte County. If you need more launch lanes or trailer parking, compare the numbers above directly — busier ramps benefit from multiple lanes to avoid a backup on weekends. If fees or accessibility are the deciding factor for your trip, check the fields above before you drive out, since ramp conditions can change seasonally.